2014 Toyota Tundra Problems
Compared with other Toyota Tundra years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
32/100 0.7× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.7× that of a typical Toyota Tundra year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 32 of its 93 complaints were filed by the end of 2016.
- Most reported problem: Power door locks and actuators stop working (7 complaints, median 30,000 mi).
- 4 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 93filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles, 66 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 3–4 / 5stars overall, 6 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 4.0L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 Toyota Tundra (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Complaints on this model year cluster around electrical and door-lock troubles, body trim and paint issues that appear early, and wheel lug nut concerns. Many reports come in at low mileage, while engine oil leaks and fuel system problems tend to show up on higher-mileage trucks.
- Electrical system
Power door locks and actuators stop working
- 7 complaints (8%)
- median 30,000 mi at 3.0 yrs old (6 state mileage, few)
- filed 2015–2024
Owners describe doors that will not lock or unlock with the remote or the door switch, sometimes one door and sometimes several, requiring manual unlocking from inside. Complaints say dealers diagnosed failed actuators or a master lock and that repairs were refused under warranty or quoted at owner expense, with the problem returning afterward. Some report the dealer acknowledging other owners had raised the same concern. Reported from roughly 6 months and about 12,000 miles up to around 63,000 miles.
What to check: Test every door lock with both the remote and the interior switch, and ask whether any actuators have already been replaced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The remote control does not lock the 2 back doors. Toyota says it is the actuators in the doors and want me to pay half the total cost which is $1000. How is this my fault? The dealer says they have had a lot of complaints”
NHTSA complaint #11112438, filed 2018-07, 20,000 miles“Toyota needs to recall door lock systems on trucks. Namely door lock actuators. I had a 2012 Toyota 4runner 2 actuators went out. Now a 2014 Tundra drivers door actuator went bad at 6 months. Sure Toyota will fix this if your in warranty. After that it's my $400-500 bill. It's widely know on the internet these actuators a faulty but Toyota just keeps putting these on new trucks. If these are not working I could get car jacked. Can I get out if in an accident, as I have to remember to manually flip the lever to get out. …”
NHTSA complaint #10680480, filed 2015-02, 11,700 miles - Wheels
Lug nuts, studs and wheel damage
- 6 complaints (6%)
- median 81,500 mi at 4.8 yrs old (6 state mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2014–2021
Complaints describe lug nuts that rust or corrode, lug nuts or studs that crack and detach, and in some cases a wheel separating from the vehicle while driving. Owners also report cracked factory rims. Dealers variously described the corrosion as normal, declined assistance, or replaced lug nuts, and some owners connected the failures to the wheel-related recall campaigns. Spread from delivery mileage up to about 175,000 miles, with several reports in the 16,000 to 116,000 mile range.
Recall 17V311000Recall 14V429000
What to check: Inspect lug nuts and studs for corrosion or cracking and confirm whether the truck has non-factory accessory wheels; ask whether the wheel-related recall work was completed for the VIN.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Three studs or lugs broke off my right front wheel while driving, causing it to completely break off and damage the right front part of my truck. Thankfully I wasn't driving very fast or it would of been much worse. I've taken it to the shop and had it repaired. The mechanics say this should not have happened. I'm afraid my other wheels my do this as well. My truck is a 2014 Toyota Tundra plat 4x4”
NHTSA complaint #11278126, filed 2019-11, 116,000 miles“Three factory installed rims developed cracks requiring all rims to be replaced. Toyota determined the cracks were caused by me. I strongly disagree and believe the cracks represent a safety problem for all existing rims still on the road today.”
NHTSA complaint #11327835, filed 2020-06, 109,000 miles - Air bags
Side and curtain airbags deploy without impact
- 6 complaints (6%)
- median 70,000 mi at 5.9 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2017–2021
Owners report side curtain and seat airbags deploying while driving on smooth roads or after a small pothole, with no collision involved, and seat belt retractors locking at the same time. Others describe an airbag warning light that comes on during highway driving and returns after being reset. Complaints say dealers told them nothing could be done or did not diagnose the cause. Mostly reported between about 57,000 and 100,000 miles; one report came after a low-speed pothole impact.
What to check: Ask whether the B-pillar trim airbag recall was performed, and have the airbag system scanned for stored codes before buying.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I was driving down a dirt road and I hit a pothole going around 5to8 MPH and my air driver side airbags deployed. Both side curtains steering and below the wheel deployed”
NHTSA complaint #11404379, filed 2021-03, 70,000 miles“Airbag light came on during a long hwy drive home, had vehicle checked out and pulled code b1863. Code was checked and everything checked good, so code was reset. It's been over a month and airbag light just came back on during a drive home. Taking it in to see if it's the same ode or a different one this time.”
NHTSA complaint #11270110, filed 2019-10, 100,000 miles
Buying note. Check door locks, airbag warning lights, lug nut condition and the underside for fuel or oil leaks before purchase, and confirm which open recalls have been completed for the VIN. Service records showing prior lock actuator or airbag repairs are worth asking about.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 93 consumer complaints for the 2014 Toyota Tundra. 66 of the complaints include a mileage, and 53% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 40,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 366 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 14 Toyota Tundra model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 32 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system19 20%
- Other or unknown14 15%
- Body and structure14 15%
- Wheels8 8.6%
- Air bags7 7.5%
- Brakes7 7.5%
- Engine7 7.5%
- Fuel system6 6.5%
- Steering6 6.5%
Also reported: Seats (4), Tires (4), Suspension (3), Vehicle speed control (3), Latches, locks and linkages (2), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (1), Electronic stability control (1), Engine cooling (1), Exterior lighting (1), Seat belts (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Truck was in Toyota shop in vermont for stalling of vehicle. Thought it was fuel pump due to recent recall - specifically asked if it could be that and was told no. They found mice nest in intake manifold, knock sensor was found to be chewed, and replaced. Once I received my vehicle, it continued to do the same thing after 2 days. Upon looking under the hood, found that the air intake filter was left off. I fixed that, and then the same issue starting occurring again. …”
NHTSA complaint #11387132, filed 2021-01, 120,000 milesOther or unknown: “2014 Toyota Tundra with 180,000 miles. The gear shifter will not come out of park at times when brake is pressed. I have gotten in the truck many times to leave my house and when I press the brake to take it out of park it will not unlock the shifter. I have to press and release the brake a few times before the shifter is unlocked.”
NHTSA complaint #11402549, filed 2021-03, 175,000 milesBody and structure: “When I purchased my truck new and was on my way home I noticed a very small dent on the top side of my bed. I decided not to worry about it as it was barely visible nor did I want somebody to do bodywork to fix it. Longevity issues with after the fact body and paint work. Unfortunately as time went on and I was using my truck it started developing more dents on the top side of my bed. I now have 5 or more on each side. I have never hit the side of my bed with anything. Besides, all the dents are the same in appearance. …”
NHTSA complaint #10701485, filed 2015-03, 4 milesWheels: “When backing out of gas station, passenger side tire fell off completely from rotor. On the rotor chrome like pieces of lug nut retained on. Remaining lug-nuts where inside tire well. When taking the vehicle back to original purchase dealership they did not claim no knowledge of the recall on lugnuts with our truck. Dealership refuses to pay for cost associated with defected item and refusing to fix or address”
NHTSA complaint #10716559, filed 2015-05, 16,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
53% of the 66 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 6,180 and 80,015 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 Toyota Tundra. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tundra · crew cab 2WD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.9% risk |
| Tundra · extended cab 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 2 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Tundra · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Tundra · extended cab 2WD | ★★★☆☆ | 2 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.9% risk |
| Tundra · regular cab 2WD | ★★★☆☆ | 2 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.9% risk |
| Tundra · regular cab 4WD | ★★★☆☆ | 2 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2013: 4 stars overall; 2015: 4 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2014 Toyota Tundra version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tundra 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Tundra 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Tundra 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Tundra 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Tundra 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Tundra 4WD FFV | 5.7L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V920000Nov 23, 2021Steering › Hydraulic power assist systemCovers: Toyota Tundra 2007–2021, Sequoia 2008–2019, 2021–2022
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- 17V311000May 11, 2017Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studsCovers: Toyota Tundra 2013–2017, Sequoia 2013–2017
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The…
- 14V556000Sep 11, 2014Air bags › Side/windowCovers: Toyota Tundra 2014
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Tundra CrewMax and Double Cab vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to August 22, 2014. Due to the possible misinstallation of the upper tab of the B-pillar interior…
- 14V429000Jul 16, 2014Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studsCovers: Toyota Tundra 2013–2014
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Toyota Tundra vehicles modified by GST as part of certain vehicle packages to be equipped with a combination of non-Toyota-brand 20-inch alloy wheels and chrome plated lug nuts. The…
Recall details for the 2014 Toyota Tundra → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 366 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11028712Jan 7, 2026Other or unknown. Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11020657Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in…
- 11012744Dec 6, 2024Body and structure. The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these…
- 11012743Dec 6, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the…
- 11012742Dec 6, 2024Body and structure. Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle…
- 11012735Dec 5, 2024Body and structure. Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail…
- 11012727Dec 3, 2024Body and structure. Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type…
- 11007455Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11006161Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11007445Jul 12, 2024Body and structure. The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these…
Other model years of the Toyota Tundra
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 36 | 6,000 | 1 | 5 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 141 | 4,605 | 5 | 5 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 350 | 15,000 | 10 | 5 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 412 | 30,000 | 13 | 5 | 20 | 100 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 432 | 28,500 | 13 | 5 | 20 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 24 | 18,000 | 2 | 4 | 15 | — | Rising |
| 2020 | 47 | 3,000 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2019 | 74 | 17,256 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 59 · Typical | Stable |
| 2018 | 100 | 7,900 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 69 · More | Stable |
| 2017 | 78 | 16,000 | 5 | 4 | 15 | 42 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 120 | 15,000 | 5 | 4 | 15 | 75 · More | Stable |
| 2015 | 51 | 57,000 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 5 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2014 | 93 | 40,000 | 4 | 3–4 | 17 | 32 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 85 | 53,250 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 27 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 156 | 78,893 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 31 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2011 | 134 | 69,500 | 10 | 4 | 17 | 44 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 163 | 41,630 | 15 | — | 16 | 79 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 38 | 60,000 | 12 | — | 16 | 26 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 327 | 42,396 | 12 | — | 16 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 390 | 48,210 | 12 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 545 | 96,000 | 10 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 377 | 82,225 | 12 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 466 | 102,000 | 8 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 399 | 98,564 | 7 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 482 | 91,100 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 415 | 102,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 1,011 | 99,665 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Toyota Tundra model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Tundra?
Complaints on this model year cluster around electrical and door-lock troubles, body trim and paint issues that appear early, and wheel lug nut concerns. The issues reported most often: Power door locks and actuators stop working; Lug nuts, studs and wheel damage; Side and curtain airbags deploy without impact.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA recorded 93 consumer complaints for the 2014 Toyota Tundra as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 Toyota Tundra is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 19 complaints (20% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 14.
Has the 2014 Toyota Tundra been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2014 Toyota Tundra do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2014 Toyota Tundra 3–4 out of 5 stars overall, across 6 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Tundra get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Toyota Tundra (Tundra 2WD, 4.0L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 16 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,950 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 Toyota Tundra reported?
Among the 66 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 40,000 miles and the middle half falls between 6,180 and 80,015 miles; 53% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.